The Center for Bariatric Surgery

and Metabolic Disease

Protein Powder Packet

PROTEIN POWDER PACKET

Protein is the most important nutrient after surgery for healing. It is very important to ensure you are getting at least 70 grams a day from a protein drink to help meet your daily needs. This packet is to be used as a guide to help you choose an appropriate protein supplement. You will also find helpful information, tips, and recipes on how to make your protein drinks to ensure you are reaching your goal of at least 70grams of protein a day.

Protein drinks are initiated the day after you go home from the hospital.

Your Protein supplement must meet the following requirements:

  1. Whey Protein
  2. A high quality of protein that is well absorbed. Whey protein isolate is preferred.
  3. Adequate amount of protein per serving
  4. Aim for a protein with at least 18-25g of protein per serving.
  5. Mixing with milk will increase the protein content.
  6. Avoid meal replacements
  7. Words such as "nutrition shake", and "meal replacement" may mean extra calories. Items such as Boost, Glucerna, Slim fast, and Ensure are No-No's. They provide entirely too many calories and little protein.
Additional Notes:
Choose from a variety of flavors. You do not want to get “burnt-out” on any one flavor or type. Protein shakes are not for life. As your diet advances and food is introduced (more protein is coming from food) your dietitian will evaluate your protein intake and reduce and eventually eliminate the protein drinks.
  • Check the return policy. Most places will allow you to return the product (even after opened) if you can not tolerate the product
  • Mix your protein to taste. Regardless of what the direction label instructs you to do, make sure you only mix the powder with 4oz of milk or water.
  • Note: If this consistency is too think and unpalatable, you may mix 1 scoop with 8 oz of milk or water. However, this will take you longer to consume (2 hours) because you are only allowed to have 4oz’s per hour.
  • Get creative with these drinks, and make sure you enjoy them. See page 9-11 for additional ideas!

Helpful websites:

GNC.com, VitaminShoppe.com, Bariatriceating.com, Vitalady.com, Unjury.com. See additional websites on the following pages.

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Protein Powder Mix
Product Name / Protein in 1 Scoop / Flavors / Website / Email / Telephone
Isopure’s Low Carb 100% Whey Protein Isolate / 25 grams / Basic Flavors, Cookies & Cream, Mango Peach / / See website / See website
ProEnergy Whey Protein Isolate / 20 grams / Basic Flavors / first.com / / 1-888-88-Energy
Unjury / 20 grams / Basic Flavors / / / 1-800-517-5111
Designer Whey Protein / 18 grams / Basic Flavors / / / 1-760-431-8152
Designer Whey FruitWell Protein / 19 grams / Pomegranate Fruit, Orange Mango / / / 1-760-431-8152
ProComplex / 30 grams / Basic Flavors, Rocky Road, Banana Caramel Nut / / / 1-630-236-0097 x 4
Irontek Essential Protein / 22 grams / Basic Flavors, Fruit Flavors / / See website / See website
ProBlend 55 / 27.5 grams / Basic Flavors, Mocha cappuccino / / See website / See website
Isofruit Delite-SciTech / 21 grams / Fruit Flavors: Cherry, Green apple, Cantaloupe / / See website / See website
Product Name / Protein in 1 Scoop / Flavors / Website / Email / Telephone
Syntax Nectar Protein / 23 grams / Basic Flavors, Fresh Fruit, Tea, Latte / / See website / See website
Pure Whey / 26 grams / Basic Flavors, Cookies & Cream, Tropical Sunrise / / / 1-800-225-4831
100% Whey Protein / 24 grams / Basic Flavors / / / 1-877-304-8615
Jay Robb Protein / 25 grams / Basic Flavors, Pina colada, tropical creamicle / / / 1-877-jay-robb
Protein Ready-Made Shakes
Pure Protein-Worldwide / 35 grams per can (12.75 grams in 4oz) / Basic Flavors and Orange Creamsicle / / / 1-800-854-5019
Extreme Smoothie / 35 grams per can (12.75 grams in 4oz) / Basic Flavors, Praline, Cappuccino / / See website / See website
Protein Liquid
Proteinex Predigested Protein / 15 grams in 2 tablespoons / Unflavored / / / 1-888-324-4660
Profect Liquid supplement / 25 grams in 1 vial / Fruit Flavored / / See website / 1-800-898-6888
Protein Powder Mix:
Kosher
Product Name / Protein in 1 Scoop / Flavors / Website / Email / Telephone
Inner Life Maximum Pure Whey Protein Isolate / 24 grams / Basic Flavors / / See website / 1-206-722-4467
Genisoy Ultra XT
*lactose free / 25 grams / Unflavored / / See website / 1-866-606-3829
Maxi Health Natremax Protein Powder / 20 grams / Basic Flavors / / / 1-800-645-1899
Freeda’s Ultramino Powder / 18 grams (note: in 4 tbsp) / Unflavored / / See website / 1-888-568-2545
Garry Null’s Natural Muscle Protein Powder / 26 grams / French Vanilla / / See website / 1-888-568-2545
Protein Powder Mix:
Dialysis
Product Name / Protein in 1 Scoop / Flavors / Website / Email / Telephone
Unjury / 20 grams / Basic Flavors / / / 1800-517-5111
Proteinex Predigested Protein / 15 grams in
2 tablespoon / Unflavored / / / 1-888-324-4660
Prostat-64 / 15 grams in
2 tablespoons / Butter Pecan, Natural, Wild Cherry / / See website / 1-800-221-0308

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PROTEIN POWDER: TIPS

TIP 1: GETTING MY 70 GRAMS OF PROTEIN PER DAY

  • Recommended Use: Mix 1 scoop of protein powder with 4 oz of: Skim Milk Plus (optimal choice), Fat-Free Lactaid Milk, Skim Milk, Soy Milk, Hazelnut milk, Oat milk, Vegetable Milk, Water, and Crystal Light.
  • Use the worksheet on the next page to help calculate how many grams of protein shakes you will need per day.

Nutrition Facts:4 oz Skim Milk Plus adds 5.5grams of protein
Suggested Brand: Farmland Special Skim Plus
Website:
/ Nutrition Facts: 4 oz of Hazelnut Milk adds 1 gram of protein
Suggested Brand: Pacific Natural Foods
Website:

Nutrition Facts: 4 oz plain fat-
free soy milk adds 3 grams of
protein
Suggested Brand: Silk Soymilk
Website:
/ Nutrition Facts: 4 oz of Oat Milk
Adds 2 grams of protein
Suggested Brand: Pacific Natural Foods
Website:

Nutrition Facts: 4 oz of fat-free lactose free milk or skim milk adds 4 grams of protein
Suggested Brand: Lactaid Milk

Website:
TIP 2: MAKING MY PROTEIN SHAKE:
Steps:
  1. Blender in OFF Position. Pour 4oz of Skim Milk Plus (or beverage of choice) into blender.
  2. Add a scoop of protein powder. Blend for 15seconds.
  3. Blender in OFF position. Add 1-2 ice cubes (optional).
  4. Blend for 15seconds.Pour protein shake into a large glass.
  5. Enjoy
/
Nutrition Facts: 4 oz water
adds NO protein
Suggested Brand:
Smart Water
Website:

PROTEIN DRINK WORKSHEET:

INSTRUCTIONS: Fill in the gray boxes below. Write in Protein Powder Name and the grams of protein in 1 scoop.

Protein Powder Name: / ______
Serving Size: 1 scoop / ______grams

INSTRUCTIONS: Indicate the liquid you will be using, and check the appropriate box.

Beverage Type: / Protein in 4 oz.
Skim Milk Plus / 5.5 grams
Skim Milk / 4.0 grams
Soy Milk / 3.0 grams
Lactaid Milk / 4.0 grams
Water / 0.0 grams
Crystal Light / 0.0 grams
Protein in 1 Scoop: ______
+
Protein in 4 oz of beverage ______
______
Grams of Protein in
ONE SHAKE!!!! ______

INSTRUCTIONS: Calculate the protein content in your drink.

CIRCLE ONE: Please indicate how many protein drinks you will need per day to get at least 70 grams of Protein!

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TIP 3: CHOOSING MY BLENDER
Recommend: Use blender- to ensure that the protein powder mixes completely with the milk.
Various protein shake preparation methods:
/ Blender:Motorized mixer with various mixing speeds. *Optimal Choice*
/ Hand Mixer: Hand-held mixing device, which operates with 1 or 2 beaters.
/ Magic Bullet: Compact handy easy to use mixing device that’s the size of a coffee mug. *Can be purchased at GNC.
/ Pro Performance® Power Mixer GNC: Lightweight hand-held mixer that uses 4 AA batteries.
/ Shaker Bottle: Enclosed in the container is a “blender ball” that moves freely to mix the ingredients-shake and drink.
/ Ice Wands: Pour protein shake into wand and place in freezer for 3 hours or until frozen.

RECIPES: HIGH PROTEIN SHAKES

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Protein Shakes/Smoothies

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Black Forest Smoothie:

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

3 oz skim milk

5 ice cubes

1 tsp cherry extract

*Blend to smooth consistency and enjoy!

The Swirl:

½ scoop chocolate protein powder

½ scoop vanilla protein powder

4 oz cold water or milk

½ tsp vanilla extract

5 ice cubes

*Blend to smooth consistency and enjoy!

Nutty Almond Smoothie:

Mocha Proticcino

1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder

4 oz skim milk

1 tablespoon decaf instant coffee

* Blend to smooth consistency and enjoy!

Tropical Raspberry:

1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder

1tsp raspberry extract

3oz cold water or skim milk

5 ice cubes

*Blend to smooth consistency and enjoy!

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3 oz cold skim milk

5 ice cubes

1tsp almond extract

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

Steps
  1. Blender in OFF Position. Pour 4oz of Skim Milk Plus (or beverage of choice) into blender.
  2. Add a scoop of protein powder. Blend for 15seconds.
  3. Blender in OFF position. Add additional ingredients--ice cubes (optional).
  4. Blend for 15seconds.Pour protein shake into a large glass.
  5. Enjoy

Additional Notes:

  • Hand mixers can be used. Use in a shallow bowl to prevent splashing!
  • Shaker bottles can be used, but the blender or hand mixer is a better choice because it ensures that protein powder mixes completely.

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RECIPES: HIGH PROTEIN DESSERTS

Instructions: Follow recipes below, and measure into 4oz serving cups. High-Protein Jell-O and Protein Jigglers are appropriate for the clear liquid diet.

High Protein Jell-O:

  1. Use Jell-O, 4 servings package
  2. Follow directions on package for dissolving Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water.
  3. After dissolving, put aside to cool for 3-5 minutes.
  4. In different bowl, measure 1 sup of cold water.
  5. Add two scoops of unflavored protein powder to cold water, one scoop at a time, stirring slowly to dissolve.
  6. Stir the unflavored protein powder/cold water mixture into the dissolved Jell-O
  7. Measure 4 oz into Plastic Dixie Cups (purchase at any drugstore/supermarket). Chill quickly.

Note: The protein will settle somewhat to create a smooth cloud at the bottom. The taste is unchanged.

Protein Jigglers:

  1. Use Jell-O Gelatin 4-servings box.
  2. Boil ¾ cup of water. Stir boiling water into gelatin, stirring until completely dissolved.
  3. Cool for 5 minutes
  4. Measure ½ cup of room temperature water.
  5. Mix two scoops of vanilla (or any flavor) protein powder slowly into water.
  6. The resulting solution will be thick.
  7. Add to cooled down Jell-O. Mix well and measure 4 oz into Plastic Dixie Cups (purchase at any drugstore/supermarket).

Note: The protein will settle somewhat to create a smooth cloud at the bottom. The taste is unchanged.

SPICE UP YOUR SHAKE

AND

ADD SOME FLAVORING!

Add these Flavoring or Ingredients to spice up your protein shake!Mix and match these basic ingredients to make a delicious shake.

Recommended Use: Add a small drop of extract or sugar-free syrup into your 4 oz protein shake, blend at high speed. Serve in a glass and enjoy!

Extracts
/ McCormick’s: Website:
Basic Flavors
  • Vanilla
/
  • Almond

  • French Vanilla Bread
/
  • Anise

Fruit Flavors
  • Banana
/
  • Lemon

  • Orange
/
  • Coconut

Sugar-Free Syrups

Walden Farms: Website:
Basic Flavors
  • Chocolate
/
  • Pancake Maple

Fruit Flavors
  • Blueberry
/
  • Strawberry

Sugar-Free Syrups Online:
/ Vitalady:
Spice Barn:
Basic Flavors
  • German Chocolate Cake
/
  • White Chocolate

  • Toasted Marshmallow
/
  • Gingerbread

  • Cookie Dough
/
  • Pumpkin Pie

  • Peppermint Patty
/
  • Brown Sugar Cinnamon

  • And many more!!

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